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The transmission fluid should be in
this range if at ambient temperature
(50°F-95°F [10°C-35°C]).
High fluid level
Fluid levels above the safe range
may result in transmission failure.
An overfill condition of transmission
fluid may cause shift and/or
engagement concerns and/or
possible damage.
High fluid levels can be caused by an overheating condition.
Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels
Before adding any fluid, make sure the correct type is used. The type of
fluid used is normally indicated on the dipstick. Refer toMaintenance
product specifications and capacitiesin this chapter.
Use of a non-approved automatic transmission fluid may cause
internal transmission component damage.
If necessary, add fluid in 1/2 pint (250 ml) increments through the filler
tube until the level is correct.
If an overfill occurs, excess fluid
should be removed by an authorized
dealer.
An overfill condition of
transmission fluid may cause
shift and/or engagement concerns and/or possible damage.
Do not use supplemental transmission fluid additives, treatments or
cleaning agents. The use of these materials may affect transmission
operation and result in damage to internal transmission components.
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plastic parts ............................231
washing ....................................229
waxing .....................................230
wheels ......................................230
wiper blades ............................232
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ............38
Clock ............................................55
Compass, electronic
set zone adjustment .................22
Console
rear ............................................56
Controls
power seat .................................98
steering column ........................63
Coolant
checking and adding ..............245
refill capacities ................249, 269
specifications ..........................269
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................60
Customer Assistance ................197
Ford Extended
Service Plan ............................277
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................226
Getting roadside assistance ...197
Getting the service
you need .................................222
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................227
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................226D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................43
Defrost
rear window ..............................41
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................264
engine oil .................................240
Driving under special
conditions ..................................192
through water .........................196
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Electronic message center .........18
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................215
Emergency Flashers .................198
Emission control system ..........260
Engine ........................................272
cleaning ...................................231
coolant .....................................245
fail-safe cooling .......................249
idle speed control ...................243
lubrication specifications .......269
refill capacities ........................269
service points ..................238–239
starting after a collision .........199
Engine block heater .................182
Engine oil ..................................240
change oil soon warning,
message center .......................240
checking and adding ..............240
dipstick ....................................240
Index
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